2003 BMW 730 vs. 1953 Humber Pullman
To start off, 2003 BMW 730 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Humber Pullman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Humber Pullman would be higher. At 4,138 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Humber Pullman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 730 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1953 Humber Pullman. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1953 Humber Pullman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Humber Pullman weights approximately 350 kg more than 2003 BMW 730.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 730 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Humber Pullman. (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Humber Pullman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 730 | 1953 Humber Pullman | |
| Make | BMW | Humber |
| Model | 730 | Pullman |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
